Palya - Harihar, Davanagere
Palya is a village situated in the Harihar taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harihar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Kadaranayakanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palya is 606215. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.8 hectares and falls under the 577516 pincode. Harihar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Palya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palya
As per Census 2011, Palya village has a total population of 1,298 people, consisting of 620 males and 678 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 807 literate and 491 illiterate residents. Additionally, 293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,298 | 620 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 134 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 807 | 441 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 179 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Palya
Palya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Malalahalli | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Vasana | South | 1.70 km |
| Fattepur | West | 2.46 km |
| Ukkadagathri | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Nandigudi | South | 2.71 km |
| Timmenahalli | West | 3.27 km |
| Yalehole | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Kusagatti | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Badabasapur | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Kadaranaikanahalli | South-East | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palya
Palya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chalgeri, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harihar to Palya is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Palya is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palya
Where is Palya located?
Palya village is located in Harihar Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palya?
The Gram Panchayat of Palya is Kadaranayakanahalli.
What is the pincode of Palya?
The pincode of Palya is 577516.
What is the population of Palya?
Palya has a total population of 1,298, including 620 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Palya?
There are 274 households in Palya.
What is the literacy rate in Palya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palya is 62.17%. Male literacy is 71.13% and female literacy is 53.98%.